Rooftop pool lounge coming to King West

Lavelle, set to open next month on King West, will feature one of North America's longest rooftop pools.

The swimming pool on top of the Thompson Hotel made its patio one of the most coveted party destinations in town, and Cabana Pool Bar brought the poolside experience to sprawling digs at Cherry Beach. Looks like downtown is getting a new place for the party crowd to show off their tans: Lavelle, set to open next month at 627 King West.

The lounge will top off Freed Developments' newest residential building (and "lifestyle hub"), 629 King Residences. Along with 16,000 square feet of patio space and what Freed promises will be one of the longest rooftop pools in North America, Lavelle will feature a menu of modern French eats overseen by chef Romain Avril, formerly the exec chef at La Societe.

In case that's not enough to pack 'em in, the Lavelle complex will also include a garden, a juice bar, spa services, an ice cream parlor and a rooftop swing set overlooking the city (in case the Edgewalk isn't scary enough). In short, look for this to be the new status-symbol party spot for people like this guy.